Ecuador defeated Guatemala 3–0 in an international football friendly match played at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field in Columbus, Ohio. [1, 2] Match Summary The match served as Ecuador’s final tune-up game before the upcoming World Cup tournament. The victory extended La Tri’s impressive unbeaten run to 19 consecutive matches. [1]
- The Score: Ecuador 3, Guatemala 0 [1]
- Goals Scored:
* Jordy Caicedo opened the scoring in the 18th minute by converting a penalty kick.
* Nilson Angulo doubled the advantage with a regular goal in the 72nd minute.
* Pervis Estupiñán sealed the 3–0 victory with a strike in the 77th minute. [1, 2]
Key Team Statistics Ecuador dominated the match control, while Guatemala focused on a deep defensive back-five structure, looking primarily to counter-attack. [1] Statistic [1, 2, 3]EcuadorGuatemalaPossession65%35%Total Shots142Shots on Goal60Corners60Fouls111Yellow Cards41
Ecuador defeated Guatemala 3–0 in an international friendly on June 7, 2026, at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field in Columbus, Ohio.Vavel
Match Summary
This was Ecuador’s final preparation match before the 2026 World Cup. The win extended Ecuador’s unbeaten run to 19 games. La Tri dominated possession and chances, while Guatemala defended deeply with a back-five and looked for counters.
Final Score: Ecuador 3 – 0 Guatemala
Goals:
- Jordy Caicedo (18′ or 19′, penalty) — opened the scoring.
- Nilson Angulo (72′ or 73′) — doubled the lead.
- Pervis Estupiñán (77′ or 78′) — sealed the victory.
Key Statistics
| Statistic | Ecuador | Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | ~65% | ~35% |
| Total Shots | 14–18 | 2–3 |
| Shots on Goal | 6 | 0 |
| Corners | 6 | 0 |
| Fouls | 11 | ~11? |
| Yellow Cards | 3–4 | 1 |
(Stats compiled from multiple reports; minor variations exist across sources.)
Ecuador controlled the game throughout, especially in the second half where they added the decisive goals. Guatemala struggled to create meaningful chances and failed to register a shot on target. This strong showing boosts Ecuador’s confidence heading into the World Cup.
